Lola and Sophia
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Lola Karpf and Sophia Mehdaoua
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Two 15 year-olds from Camden School for Girls spent a week working in JCORE's offices, and, among other things, researched some of the archive material from the past 35 years. Before they left, they wrote this for the newsletter.
Lola Karpf is Jewish, and her grandmother was a Holocaust survivor who escaped the concentration camps through her talent as a concert pianist. As a result, Lola feels she has a duty to help others in need of sanctuary. Her grandmother's experiences have instilled in her an understanding of those seeking comfort and motivated her to help them.
Sophia Mehdaoua is of dual heritage (Ethiopian and Moroccan) and her parents moved here from their home countries to England when they were 18. Sophia can relate to the
problems that immigrants have, because, even though she was born here, she has experienced clashes of cultures and traditions, morals and values.
"We were always passionate about Human Rights, but our work experience at JCORE really spurred us on to get involved. Throughout the week, we've learnt how it is to be in a working office environment and how the little things like a constant supply of nappies or pads really matters to those in need. We've also learnt to become intimate with the struggles of destitute asylum seekers, which makes you grateful for what you have. JCORE has inspired us so much so that we would like to continue working with them after we leave. We would like our school to become more involved with JCORE too. A massive thank you to all the staff at JCORE; it's been a great experience."
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 JCORE is recruiting
We currently have a vacancy for a co-ordinator for our successful JUMP project, our befriending and mentoring project for destitute asylum seeking children.
The position is for 14 hours a week and the deadline for application is 5th August.
Click here for full information and details of how to apply.
This position is generously supported by BBC Children in need. |
From the JCORE archive
To celebrate JCORE's 35th anniverary, click here to see some press cuttings from our early days.
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